The four boards are beautifully illuminated in medieval style and accompanied by wooden pieces
and identifying abbreviations of rank and unit
Battles are resolved quickly with the attacker choosing their level of risk
the push through Italy
Players then take quick turns playing actions that allow them to move their explorers around the world map
The Mask of Command - John Keegan - Softcover ACM32 The four boards are beautifullyIn The Mask of Command, John Keegan asks us to consider questions that are seldom asked: What is the definition of leadership? What makes a great military leader? Why is it that men, indeed sometimes entire nations, follow a single leader, often to victory, but with equal dedication also to defeat? Dozens of names come to mind Napoleon, Lee, Charlemagne, Hannibal, Castro, Hussein. From a wide array, Keegan chooses four commanders who profoundly